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"The dilemma is not whether or not we should try to fix a complex and vital system we don't fully understand - it is whether or not we should stop meddling with a complex and vital system we don't fully understand."
Nearly there!
Spring Into Action is nearly here! All we need now is you!
The week is open to anyone who wishes to get involved - please come along and bring your ideas!
Venues are now listed on the workshops page!
Accommodation
The central venue has been announced - details here!
There is communal sleeping and eating space, so bring a sleeping bag and a few essentials, and stay for the week!
Food
Evening meals will be available for a suggested donation of around £2-3 per meal. Breakfasts are also available for a small donation. There are shops within 5 minutes walk of the central venue.
Getting here by public transport
From the town centre, take a tram heading out to Phoenix Park or Hucknall. Single ticket is priced £1.20. Get off at High School tram stop, which is the stop after Nottingham Trent University.
From High School tram stop on Waverley Street, walk uphill and turn left onto Forest Road West. Russell Street is the 4th road on your left, and the J. B. Spray factory is the huge brick building ahead of you on the right.
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Launch night
Thursday 5th April, 7:30pm, Lee Rosy's Tea Rooms
Our launch night will be a cosy affair, with acoustic music, speakers and tasty refreshments. Come along to find out more about what's going on, and where it's all taking place.
The Big Sprout Day Out
Saturday 7th April, 1pm-12pm, The Art Organisation
A big day out for the whole family!
From 1-5pm, try your hand at recycled art workshops, origami, circus skills, mad science, yoga and more.
Then from 6-12pm there will be live music from Chris T-T, 12 Bore, Haiki Loki, Ngoma, Kambasemba and others.
The whole day will be family friendly and alcohol free, with food and refreshments available.